Throughout the history of artificial marble, as manufacturing processes and technologies have continued to improve, this material has had a variety of different names and brands. Other names for artificial marble countertops: Engineered Stone Cultured Marble Quartz Marble Marble Slabs Eco-Friendly Stone

Considering multiple factors such as material composition, hardness, usage environment and daily maintenance, quartz countertops are indeed easier to scratch than granite under certain conditions. The presence of its resin component makes its overall hardness slightly lower than that of granite, especially when facing sharp objects.

According to data from the National Storm Research Laboratory and several material testing agencies, high-quality clay tiles can withstand wind speeds of up to 120 miles per hour (about 193 kilometers per hour) after proper installation. This data is equivalent to the wind force level of a Category 3 hurricane.

Although real marble is hard, its durability is limited. The main component of calcium carbonate makes it very sensitive to acidic substances (such as lemon juice, vinegar, etc.), and it is prone to chemical reactions leading to corrosion marks on the surface.

Under normal household use conditions, the expected service life of artificial marble countertops is usually between 10 and 20 years. Its life is affected by many factors, including: installation quality, use environment, and daily maintenance.